What Is A Video Switcher?
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- Опубліковано 15 жов 2023
- In this informative video, AJaytheCEO delves into the fundamental aspects of video switchers, essential equipment for live streaming various events, including church services. Whether you're a beginner or need a refresher, this video is your go-to resource for understanding how video switchers, also known as video mixers or production switchers, play a crucial role in live productions.
AJay explains how these devices allow for seamless switching between various video sources, such as camera feeds, pre-recorded videos, graphics, and other visual elements, all in real-time. This capability is indispensable for broadcasting live events, television programs, and more.
Using practical examples and his personal experience with devices like the ATEM switcher, AJay illustrates the functionality and benefits of video switchers. He further discusses the possibility of transforming a computer into a software switcher using specific applications and capture cards, providing viewers with flexible solutions based on their needs.
The video also touches upon the importance of smooth transitions in a production, the convenience video switchers bring compared to traditional methods, and how they can integrate audio inputs for a comprehensive production setup.
Whether you're involved in managing live streams for church services or other events, this video serves as a comprehensive guide, equipping you with the knowledge you need to effectively use video switchers. Dive in to explore the technicalities and ease that video switchers introduce to the world of live streaming!
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Thanks for this. It answered my question as to whether we need one or not. Nice to have.
We use 2 AVKANS PTZ cameras over NDI with OBS as the software to act as a Switcher, of sorts.
I have also added an Elgato Stream Deck to make it easier for helpers to call the various OBS Scenes...without them having to know how to run OBS.
Church ministries often have unique requirements. Thanks for providing your insights.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks AJay, Looking forward to more videos in the series. Keep up the good work. God bless you.
My pleasure and thank you
Great video Ajay. Very clear and perfect balance between technicality and simplicity. I am going to share to some people on my team.
Thank you
Good info. Excellent presentation of video switchers.
Thanks!
THANK YOU for this video. It answered my question regarding adding a video switcher. Based on what you said here, since I use OBS and I think my pc has a video card that looks like what you showed, there is no need for me to add a video switcher. I have always wondered if i did….but I think you said no I dont need one.
Please be aware that the video card is for output only and not capturing video into the computer. It is not common for a computer to have a capture device so you will need one or a video switcher.
Thanks!
You bet!
Do I need an interface if I use a video switcher ? I’m planning two or 3 microphone at the same time in my podcast
That all depends on how you plan to control the mics. I would just connect the mics to a mixer and then have the mixer output go to your video switcher so it can put the audio and video together
@@AJaytheCEO I have a Zoom pod track P8. Would that one be good enough ?
Thank you for starting over; multiple "dippings" will cause it to stick.
You're right. Why I?
Typo in the title. It has been corrected
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Well, I supposedly installed (finally) the software, (I see it in my Apps) but there’s no shortcut icon for it on my desktop. Also, I ran the latest update, and my computer proceeded to try and “repair” the software, but wasn’t able to.
I called BM reps twice, and they said to try and install an older version (8.6), but when I opened those extracted files, they didn’t contain any Installer icon.
The last guy told me, “yeah, we’re working on trying to fix that.”
Thank you Ajay
It won't install an icon on the desktop it is under the start button and under a black magic folder
hey AJ is there a 3rd party software that my pastor can use to remote cue slides for easy worship or powerpoint???
Honestly any presentation software or PowerPoint would do this with a wireless clicker
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Do you have any recommendations for Video Matrix switches?
I personally have not worked with any directly to give me enough confidence to recommend that brand
Hey Ajay, Question: With streaming church services, what Nvidia card would you recommend? The Core would be i7-3700 with 32 GB of Ram.
Hi Ajay. Through default, I’ve become the livestream person for our church. It was outsourced to LiveControl in 2023, but we had to take it over due to budget constraints. The 2 cameras are connected using their IP addresses and a PoE switch. Is there a hardware switcher for Ethernet cable connections? OBS works, but the PTZ controls are hard to use.
The newtel tricasters can but they are fairly expensive. Honestly a streaming PC running OBS or vmix would work well
@@AJaytheCEO Thank you, I’ll give it a try. 👍
AJay, could you teach about installing/configuring Blackmagic Atem Switcher software? I’ve been downloading & trying to in stall it, with no success.
What part are you struggling with?
So is using a 'software' switcher okay if you just have one camera but would like to use slides, graphics, etc...? A church I'm helping is currently using 1 ptz camera (FoMaKo) and OBS. But why wait to show them the things they can do if they decide to add more in the future, right?🤔🤣
Yes the is fine but if you plan to add more in the future I would go with a multi input capture device or hardware switcher
AJ, that dinging sounds affect was WAY to loud. Just about made my ears bleed, just wanted to give you a heads up.